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Jaffa to Jerusalem. Valley of Ajalon. Joshua 10:12-15 between 1950 and 1977.
Matson Photo Service
1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

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https://www.loc.gov/item/2019705380/

The image depicts a rural scene with three men and two camels in an arid landscape. The man on the left is seated atop a camel, dressed in traditional attire including a turban and robe, suggesting cultural heritage from regions like North Africa or Asia Minor. He holds what appears to be a book or journal, possibly indicating he might be traveling for work that involves documentation.

The central figure stands beside another larger camel adorned with ornate headstalls and draped with colorful textiles resembling curtains or blankets, hinting at its use in ceremonial functions or trade caravans of the past. The second man is standing to his right, wearing a long tunic and turban, gesturing as if engaged in conversation.

In the foreground, another camel grazes on sparse vegetation amidst rocky terrain scattered with yellow flowers. This setting suggests an arid environment like those found between Jaffa (now Tel Aviv) and Jerusalem, possibly within or near Ajalon Valley where historical narratives indicate biblical encounters during religious conflicts involving Joshua's army as recorded in the Book of Judges.

The sky is partly cloudy but bright, indicating daytime conditions with ample sunlight. The overall composition captures a moment that evokes both daily life and cultural practice from an earlier period in Middle Eastern history.

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